Homelite UT26SSEMC Manuel D'utilisation page 8

 Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank into a con-
tainer approved for gasoline and secure the unit from
moving before transporting in a vehicle.
 Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety
instructions. Be sure the cutting attachment stops turning
when the engine idles. When the unit is turned off make
sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unit
is set down.
 Inspect before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure
fasteners are in place and secure. Check for fuel leaks.
 Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
in any way. Be sure the string head is properly installed
and securely fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious
injury.
 Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are
properly and securely attached.
 Never use blades, flailing devices, wire, or rope. Use only
the manufacturer's recommended or equivalent replace-
ment line in the cutting head. Do not use any other cutting
attachment. To install any other brand of cutting head to
this string trimmer can result in serious personal injury.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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 We recommend taking your equipment to a qualified
service center for repair, as service performed by
inexperienced or unqualified persons may damage the
equipment, create unsafe conditions, injury to user and/
or void your warranty.
 Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
and in good condition.
 Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep
string head below waist level. Never cut with the string
head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
 This product is intended for infrequent use by homeown-
ers and other occasional users for such general applica-
tions as trimming light and heavy vegetation, etc. It is not
intended for prolonged use. Prolonged periods of opera-
tion can cause circulatory problems in the user's hands
due to vibration. For such use, it may be appropriate to
use a product having an anti-vibration feature.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.